South Carolina delivery driver employment contract template

South Carolina Full-Time Delivery Driver Employment Contract

Effective Date: [Date]

1. Parties:

• Employer: [Company Name], located at [Company Address], represented by [Employer Representative Name], [Employer Representative Title].
• Employee: [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], with contact number [Employee Phone Number] and email [Employee Email Address].

2. Employment Position and Job Description:

• Position: Full-Time Delivery Driver
• Responsibilities:
• Operate company-provided or employee-owned vehicle (see Section 10) for deliveries.
• Deliver goods to designated customer locations within South Carolina.
• Adhere to assigned delivery schedules and routes.
• Navigate using GPS or company route plans.
• Load and unload packages/products.
• Maintain delivery logs and obtain customer signatures.
• Handle cash or electronic payments (if applicable).
• Provide excellent customer service, adhering to company dress code and communication standards.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness.

3. Reporting Structure:

• Supervisor: [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title]
• Team Coordination: May be required to coordinate with other drivers or warehouse staff, especially during peak seasons.
• Reporting:
• Option A: Daily check-in and check-out with supervisor.
• Option B: Weekly performance review with supervisor.

4. Work Location and Geographic Service Area:

• Primary Work Location: [City, South Carolina]
• Service Area: Deliveries will primarily occur within [Specific Counties/Cities in South Carolina]. All deliveries are local/intrastate within South Carolina.

5. Full-Time Status and Work Schedule:

• Full-time: Defined as a minimum of [Minimum Hours per Week] and a maximum of [Maximum Hours per Week] hours per week.
• Work Shifts: [Example: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM]
• Availability: Employee may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.
• Breaks:
• South Carolina Break and Meal Period Standards apply. (Refer to SC labor laws regarding break times).

6. Compensation:

• Option A: Hourly Wage: [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Overtime: Eligible for overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as per South Carolina law.
• Option B: Salary: [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Overtime: [Specify overtime eligibility for salaried employees or if they are exempt].
• Pay Frequency: [Weekly, Bi-weekly].
• Method of Payment: [Direct Deposit, Check].
• Travel-Based Pay:
• Option A: Per-mile reimbursement: [Dollar Amount] per mile (if using employee-owned vehicle - see Section 10).
• Option B: Per-delivery incentive: [Dollar Amount] per successful delivery.

7. Tip Policy:

• Option A: Tips are permitted. All tips received belong to the employee.
• Option B: Tips are not permitted.
• Tip Pooling: [If applicable, describe tip pooling arrangement. If not, state "Not Applicable"]. Must comply with South Carolina wage and tip credit rules.

8. Reimbursement for Job-Related Expenses:

• Mileage Reimbursement (if using employee-owned vehicle - see Section 10): [Dollar Amount] per mile.
• Fuel Reimbursement (if using employee-owned vehicle): [Specify process, e.g., submit receipts].
• Parking/Tolls: Reimbursed upon submission of receipts.

9. Vehicle Use:

• Option A: Company-Owned Vehicle: The company will provide a vehicle for deliveries. The company is responsible for maintenance, insurance, and repairs.
• Option B: Employee-Owned Vehicle:
• Employee is responsible for vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Company will reimburse for mileage (see Section 8).
• Insurance Requirements (See Section 10).

10. Insurance Requirements (If Employee-Owned Vehicle):

• Minimum Coverage: Employee must maintain minimum insurance coverage as required by South Carolina law: [Specify amounts for bodily injury liability, property damage liability, and uninsured motorist coverage].
• Documentation: Employee must provide proof of insurance coverage to the company.
• Record-Keeping: Employee must keep insurance documentation current and readily available.
• Personal Liability: Employee is responsible for their own personal liability beyond the company's commercial auto policy.

11. Benefits:

• Health Insurance: [Eligible/Not Eligible, specify details if eligible].
• Dental Insurance: [Eligible/Not Eligible, specify details if eligible].
• Vision Insurance: [Eligible/Not Eligible, specify details if eligible].
• Workers' Compensation: Covered under the company's workers' compensation policy.
• Paid Vacation: [Number of days per year, accrual method].
• Sick Leave: [Number of days per year, accrual method, comply with SC regulations].
• Holidays: [List of paid holidays].
• Retirement Plan: [401(k), other, or None], specify details if applicable.
• Short-Term Disability: [Eligible/Not Eligible, specify details if eligible].
• Long-Term Disability: [Eligible/Not Eligible, specify details if eligible].
• Uniform Stipend/Safety Gear Allowance: [Dollar Amount, if applicable].

12. Driver's License and Background Checks:

• Valid South Carolina Driver's License: Employee must maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license with any necessary endorsements.
• Background and Motor Vehicle Record Checks: The company will conduct annual/periodic background and motor vehicle record checks.

13. Drug and Alcohol Testing:

• Pre-Employment: Employee will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test as a condition of employment.
• Random Testing: Employee may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Post-Accident Testing: Testing may be required after any accident.
• Compliance: All testing will be conducted in accordance with South Carolina transportation employer best practices.

14. Safety and Training Programs:

• Required Training:
• Onboarding Training
• Annual Refresher Training
• Hazardous Materials Handling (if applicable)
• Defensive Driving Training
• Lifting and Ergonomics Training
• Any state or local delivery safety regulations.

15. Code of Conduct and Behavioral Standards:

• Compliance: Employee must comply with all South Carolina traffic laws and company safety rules.
• Vehicle Cleanliness: Employee must maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• No Texting/Phone Use: No texting or phone use while driving unless hands-free.
• Proper Documentation: Employee must ensure proper documentation for every delivery.
• Zero Tolerance: Zero tolerance for DUI or reckless driving.

16. Disciplinary Procedures:

• Grounds for Discipline: Tardiness, package loss or theft, accidents, customer complaints, violation of route protocols.
• Procedures: [Describe progressive disciplinary steps, e.g., verbal warning, written warning, suspension, termination].

17. Termination:

• At-Will Employment: This is an at-will employment relationship. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to the final wage payment requirements below.
• Notice: [Specify if any notice is required].
• Documentation: All terminations will be documented in writing.
• Unemployment Insurance: Employee will receive information regarding unemployment insurance eligibility.
• Vehicle and Equipment Return: Employee must return all company vehicles and equipment upon termination.
• Final Wages: Final wages will be paid within 48 hours of termination or by the next regular payday, whichever is sooner, as required by South Carolina law.

18. Non-Solicitation and Non-Disclosure:

• Non-Solicitation: During employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination, employee will not solicit company customers for competing services.
• Non-Disclosure: Employee will not disclose confidential company information, including customer lists, delivery routes, pricing information, package/cargo details, and trade secrets, at any time.

19. Complaint and Dispute Resolution:

• Grievance Policy: Employee should first attempt to resolve any complaints through the company's internal grievance policy.
• Mediation/Arbitration: Any disputes arising out of this agreement will be submitted to mediation/arbitration in [City, South Carolina], before any legal action is taken.
• Governing Law: This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina.
• Venue: Any legal action relating to this agreement shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in [County, South Carolina].

20. Accident and Incident Reporting:

• Mandatory Reporting: Employee must immediately report any accidents, injuries, or incidents occurring during work in line with South Carolina's workers' compensation and occupational safety laws.

21. Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment:

• Compliance: The company complies with the South Carolina Human Affairs Law and prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, disability, or other protected classes.
• Anti-Harassment: The company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for harassment.

22. Non-Retaliation:

• Zero-Tolerance: The company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for retaliation against employees who raise safety, wage, or harassment concerns.

23. Medical Clearance/Physical Fitness:

• Option A: Medical Clearance Required: Employee must obtain medical clearance from a licensed physician prior to commencing employment.
• Option B: Not Applicable.

24. Regulated Goods (If Applicable):

• Option A: Regulated Goods Transport: If transporting regulated goods (e.g., alcohol, pharmaceuticals), employee must comply with all applicable licensing, age restrictions, and other requirements under South Carolina law.
• Option B: Not Applicable.

25. Electronic Monitoring:

• Option A: Company-Provided Devices: The company may use company-provided mobile apps, GPS trackers, or telematics for route monitoring. Employee acknowledges and consents to such monitoring.
• Option B: Not Applicable.

26. Entire Agreement:

This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.

Employee Signature: ____________________________ Date: ___________

Employer Signature: ____________________________ Date: ___________

Attachments:

• Company Policies (Safety, Anti-Harassment, etc.)
• South Carolina Statutory Notices (Wage and Hour Laws, etc.)